Livestock Act 2008
128Obstruction and abusive language
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128 Obstruction and abusive language (1) A person must not obstruct an inspector, or person assisting an inspector, who is exercising powers or performing functions under (a) intentionally obstructs the inspector or person; and (b) knows that the person who is obstructed is acting in an official capacity. Maximum penalty: 100 penalty units or imprisonment for 6 months. (2) A person must not use abusive, threatening or insulting language to an inspector, or person assisting an inspector, who is exercising powers or performing functions under this Act. (a) intentionally uses abusive, threatening or insulting language; and (b) knows that the person to whom the language is used is acting in an official capacity. Maximum penalty: 100 penalty units or imprisonment for 6 months.